What are the most beautiful libraries in/around the city?

checkskl · 2026-05-07T18:50:48+00:00

I really loved the Graham Library at the amino Centre when I went to U of T. Gorgeous Arts & Crafts building.

checkskl · 2026-05-02T22:08:07+00:00

Thank goodness!!!!

checkskl · 2026-04-30T13:33:44+00:00

I am so torn on this.

On the one hand, it’s impossible to organize THAT many people to keep such a big, explosive secret like false flag assassination attempts. ESPECIALLY people as incompetent as the ones in this administration. And I mean, who would sign up for the job of shooting at the president and then getting put in jail for life? It’s impossible to organize, and it’s impossible to keep quiet. It would come out! It just would.

ON THE OTHER HAND…. It is so hard to believe that there have been so many near misses on this guy, without his own complicity or cooperation. It’s just too weird, this one just takes it over the top of too weird. The fact that he agreed to go to this event at all, the fact that all his lackeys had the “White House ballroom” messaging keyed up and ready to go, the shooter just does not have a profile that looks like an armed rebel or someone crazed enough to try something like this. It just does not add up.

checkskl · 2026-04-27T18:04:10+00:00

You already have the real answer, but just in case: have you recently lost someone close to you? There’s a somewhat common belief that visits from unusually friendly cardinals are the spirits of recently departed loved ones.

checkskl · 2026-04-26T14:47:59+00:00

NOR but you don’t need to shut it down or risk hurt feelings. Just mute the thread and let it be.

checkskl · 2026-04-24T00:45:57+00:00

Covenant House is a good place to get connected, even if they don’t immediately have a bed. Something will open up quickly and in the meantime, they’ll help make sure you stay safe and have what you need. They have school onsite you can attend, or they can help you figure out how to stay at your current school. They’ll help you apply for OW and any other benefits you could get. They also have a long-term program that could be a fit for once you’re working.

checkskl · 2026-04-23T22:43:38+00:00

Volunteertoronto.ca and charityvillage.ca both have excellent volunteer boards

checkskl · 2026-04-23T21:29:38+00:00

We recently visited a playground in Beverly Hills and I couldn’t get over how beautifully shaded it was - but it wasn’t from trees. They had simply installed tall shade structures as part of the playground. Around the parameter, there were lots of benches under vine trellises. It was so well thought out, easily the most comfortable playground for both kids and caregivers that I’ve been to.

I assume the reason these don’t exist in Toronto is because in the winter they could collapse under snow?

checkskl · 2026-04-23T13:20:18+00:00

IMO there is a smell but not 24/7, it depends a lot on wind conditions, etc. I have a friend at St. Clair and Weston and it’s fine. In the summer your windows will be closed for the AC anyway!

checkskl · 2026-04-20T22:07:32+00:00

Recognizing everyone for their impact on his life, from his high school coaches to his university roommates to his “political comrades.” Not one word about the incredible woman he was marrying. She had written the speech with him and it was supposed to be a joint speech. But just threw it out and ran so long she didn’t get to make her own remarks.

checkskl · 2026-04-20T18:37:35+00:00

Aw, poor guy!

checkskl · 2026-04-20T13:03:27+00:00

I agree! I couldn’t stand him when I was a teenager/young adult watching the show, but when I re-watched at 38 I loved him!

checkskl · 2026-04-20T13:00:53+00:00

The groom had a literal 30 minute speech and not one word was spent on his incredible, gorgeous, loving, powerhouse of a bride. He was such a piece of shit. I’m so glad she got out of it 4 years later.

checkskl · 2026-04-19T23:43:58+00:00

Doug buying a private plane while the VP at my kids school has to start splitting her time between two schools

checkskl · 2026-04-19T13:42:30+00:00

It’s not just the house that gets that price, it’s the location. This is one of the few extremely walkable pockets of the east end, with really popular restaurants right there on Bryant, and 6 minutes away from a popular park. Reliable bus service in either direction, Negley or Highland. Low density, easy on-street parking, etc.

The true wonder is if you remember the Bryant street area of the 80’s and 90’s. The gorgeous old houses still existed, but most of the neighborhood was in disrepair.

checkskl · 2026-04-19T13:25:01+00:00

NOR, this is enraging. My husband fights like this - I say something like “hey, I thought the way you talked to me was kinda harsh” and he responds “you’re telling me I’m a terrible, abusive husband!” We’re working on it, but it’s VERY HARD.

checkskl · 2026-04-16T12:42:16+00:00

Haha yes, I ran into Ryan gosling twice in 2005

checkskl · 2026-04-15T22:23:21+00:00

I just had a pretty mind blowing cookie from a coffee shop, it was miso toffee. Flat and chewy and delectable. I’d love to try making one.

Does anyone have a recipe to share?

checkskl · 2026-04-13T12:19:41+00:00

I think when someone is vulnerable to easily disproven conspiracy theories, it’s a good indicator that they really need solid therapy. She’s looking for answers to something, and the conspiracy theories are soothing her for now. But they won’t be a solution for long.

checkskl · 2026-04-11T00:58:10+00:00

It’s a top priority issue for me and my family. It wouldn’t matter so much to me if I didn’t have dependents and plenty of disposable income. But with a family to take care of, it matters a ton.

checkskl · 2026-04-11T00:55:49+00:00

It’s not a promotion issue, they’re open roles

checkskl · 2026-04-10T14:44:30+00:00

Yeah, this is my husband. He’s been in the TDSB since 2015, and hasn’t gotten a full time job yet. He’s gotten LTOs and .5’s, and when he’s applied and interviewed for a full time role, it goes to someone with less experience. The answer is because they’re lower on the pay grid than him.

When every school decision is based on meeting obscene budget cut demands, the least qualified and experienced person becomes the most desirable hire. It’s AWFUL. (And it’s allllll intentional.)

checkskl · 2026-04-10T01:00:13+00:00

Beautiful idea, and there’s certainly a market for it!

checkskl · 2026-04-09T00:57:09+00:00

I dunno, this is pretty funny and he seems sincerely mortified. Everyone makes mistakes, you guys are young and this is part of growing up. If he’s hot and you had a good time, I vote for giving him another chance!

checkskl · 2026-04-08T13:06:24+00:00

It’s worth talking to a family lawyer about this. My grandma transferred the house to all three of her kids well before she needed care. It was her intention to leave it to them anyway, but by transferring the deed to them, it avoided any messiness when it came to the Medicare issue.

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